A model of consistency, Seymour has proved to be an inspired signing. After joining from Saracens in 2009, he enjoyed a brilliant first season in which only two players in the Premiership made more tackles. The following year was almost a write-off as injury limited him to six league outings, but he took his Sharks appearance tally to more than 120 by playing in 29 games last season. After coming through the ranks at Sarries, he made 105 appearances for the club after making his debut in 2004 and has played for England at both Under-21 and A level.